Page 14 - 2013 Winter Newsletter

FROM THE PEANUT GALLERY
Bruce Strenth
When we think of wealth, we usually think of a person‘s financial standing. The
amount of money, property and toys a person has determines how wealthy he or she
is. The wealth of nations can be calculated the same way.
There is however national wealth that cannot be measured in dollars and cents. It
cannot easily be enumerated or counted, nor can it be captured on film or shown on
television. This wealth is the goodness, grace and charity of the people of this great
nation. This wealth was recently displayed in the storm ravaged northeast. People
came from all across the USA to help clean-up; fix-up; and support those in need.
Another source or type of wealth is found in the intellectual framework of our country. Our economy
has been in a slump lately, but our people are still industrious and talented. I for one have great faith
that our country will revive and thrive for many generations to come.
Nothing that I have written here has anything to do directly with our chosen profession. It was not
supposed to. It was intended to get you to think about how great it is to be alive today in the ―good ole
USA‖. I hope I have accomplished that.
I have just returned from the TPP Seminar which was a part of Florida Chapter‘s Education Week in
Lake Mary. There was a lot of ―wealth‖ shared there. There is wealth in friendship and camaraderie
of people who work in the same profession as you do. There is wealth, when seasoned professionals
share their knowledge with you. There is a great deal of wealth acquired, when you get one idea (or
many) to help you do a better job.
Do not forget that the best opportunities for networking and education are offered often by the Florida
Chapter of IAAO.
Keep yourself informed of dates and times (see fciaao.org), then make your plans. I will see you there.
Article Contributor: Bruce Strenth, CFE, Tangible Personal Property, Highlands County
14 Winter 2013 Newsletter of the FCIAAO